Where to Watch Candyman in Canada (2023)

Nia DaCosta and Jordan Peele revived the ghoulish story of the Candyman for a new generation of audiences. “Candyman” continues the infamous legend of the supernatural killer –  the Candyman – and the people who dare utter his name.

Say his name and discover where you can watch “Candyman” in Canada.  

What Is Candyman About?

“Candyman” is a supernatural slasher film that serves as a direct sequel to 1992’s “Candyman.” The film revisits the legend of Candyman thirty years after his big-screen debut. Yahya Abdul-Mateen II of “Aquaman” fame is an ambitious young artist named Anthony McCoy who stumbles upon the legend of the Candyman. 

The aspiring artist seeks to break through the highly competitive Chicago art scene. In search of inspiration, Anthony discovers the macabre urban legend of the Candyman, a mythical supernatural killer that seeks to avenge his racially motivated slaying. 

Anthony develops a morbid fascination with the Candyman legend and the story of his alleged first victim. Anthony soon discovers that the urban legend of the Candyman is more than just a tall tale as bodies begin dropping — and Anthony finds himself at the center of it. 

Following numerous delays, “Candyman” finally hit theaters on August 27, 2021. It was re-released on VOD streaming platforms on September 17, 2021. “Candyman” rethreads its supernatural origins within a 91-minute runtime.

Who Are in the Cast and Production of Candyman?

Rising star Nia DaCosta helms the spiritual successor to the original 1992 film. DaCosta worked with fellow groundbreaking new talents like Win Rosenfeld and Jordan Peele to write the screenplay. Universal Pictures and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures worked with BRON Creative and Peele’s Monkeypaw Productions to revive the Candyman’s legend. Fellow talented young stars joined DaCosta and Peele, including:

• Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Anthony McCoy/ The Candyman
• Teyonah Parris as Brianna Cartwright
• Colman Domingo as Billy Burke
• Nathan Stewart-Jarrett as Troy Cartwright
• Vanessa Williams as Anne-Marie McCoy
• Rebecca Spence as Finley Stephens
• Michael Hargrove as Sherman Fields / The Candyman
• Tony Todd as Daniel Robitaille as the original Candyman  

What is the Rating for Candyman?

“Candyman” is rated 14A in Canada. The supernatural horror flick contains plenty of bloody and ghastly sequences where characters are killed and injured in a gruesome fashion. The film tackles the sensitive subjects of racial abuse and police brutality, portrayed in disturbing and harrowing depictions.

“Candyman” is not appropriate for viewing for individuals younger than 14 years old. Parental guidance is strongly advised.

How Many People Watch Candyman?

“Candyman” saw moderate box office success. The film debuted in its first week with $22 million, the film went on to gross a worldwide box office of $77.3 million. The sequel also made a killing in home media, banking a total of $2 million in domestic video sales.

How Are the Reviews for Candyman?

Critics and fans commended the fresh new take on the cult horror film. Critics praised DaCosta’s bold and new direction for the series, praising the director’s inclusion of shadow puppetry as an inventive storytelling device within the film. Critics also cheered on the latest additions to the Candyman mythos. “Candyman” isn’t without its detractors, as some critics felt that the sequel lacked the scares of its predecessor.

“Candyman” received a 5.9 rating from IMDb, a 72% metascore from Metacritic, and a certified fresh 84% approval rating from Rotten Tomatoes. Take a peek at what critics loved about the new “Candyman”:

• “From the opening moments of Nia DaCosta’s gory yet strikingly beautiful and socially relevant “Candyman,” it’s clear we’re in for an especially haunting and just plain entertaining thrill ride.” – Richard Roeper of the Chicago Sun Times 
• “While the movie could be a notch scarier, the unsettling imagery and slow build to chaos make me want another movie by this director stat.” – Johnny Oleksinski of The New York Post 

Where to Watch Candyman in Canada?

Revisit the legend of the Candyman on Crave and VOD.

Is Candyman Available on Streaming?

Crave

You can find “Candyman” in Crave’s library of content. The streaming service is freely accessible to Canada and features other thought-provoking thrillers like “Watchmen,” “Westworld,” and “The Handmaid’s Tale.“

Plan	Price	Number of Devices
Monthly	CAD$19.99	4 Devices
Annual	CAD$199.90	4 Devices

Is Candyman Available for Rent (VOD)?

You can also rent or purchase “Candyman” on several VOD platforms. Rented films are subject to a limited viewing period. Once you start watching, you need to finish the movie within 48 hours.

Platform	Rent	Purchase
Amazon	CAD$4.99	CAD$14.99
iTunes	CAD$4.99	CAD$14.99
Google Play Store	CAD$4.99	CAD$14.99
Microsoft Store	CAD$4.99	CAD$14.99
Cineplex Store	CAD$4.99	–

Is Candyman Available on Cable or Free TV?

There’s no information on when “Candyman” will hit TV, but the film is available for purchase on DVD and Blu-ray.

Should I Use a VPN to Watch Candyman?

You won’t need a VPN to relive the Candyman’s reign of terror on Crave and VOD.

Say His Name

2021’s “Candyman” expertly revitalizes and enriches its morbid originator. While it lacks the visceral scare that popularized its titular boogeyman, Nia DaCosta and Jordan Peele more than deliver on resurrecting the Candyman for modern audiences. DaCosta’s sharp eye and direction masterfully balance horror and scathing social commentary on the severity of racial abuse in America.

You can find “Candyman” on Crave and VOD.